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VE55 PXA

2005 Mercedes-benz Clk

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

154,005 mi
Last recorded154,005 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk75,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE55 PXA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2023 154,005 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 20 Apr 2022 151,493 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 14 Apr 2021 147,027 miles

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective Faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Cracked (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip in zone "A" (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Apr 2021 147,027 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn Foremost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective Faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Cracked (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.85 mm/ badly worn on inner edge, approaching canvas (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip in zone "A" (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 138,114 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

hand brake just passed

Fail 21 Jun 2019 138,114 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

hand brake just passed

Pass 20 Jun 2018 131,518 miles

Hand brake needs more adjusted

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 120,722 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 120,722 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) has a product on the light source so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 117,319 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 112,823 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 105,419 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 99,255 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 90,839 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 80,683 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 68,965 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2009 68,965 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Nov 2008 56,556 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2008 56,556 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

offside front tyre worn on edges to 2mm.

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Clk?

Based on 1,410,029 MOT tests across 83,874 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
4,986
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
83,874
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,319
coil spring broken 19,719
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 16,744
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,943
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,136
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VE55 PXA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 75,364 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Clk fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 59,319 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VE55 PXA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Clk typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz Clk is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VE55 PXA registered?

VE55 PXA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 5 December 2005.

Is VE55 PXA safe to buy?

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